Episodes

  • Episode 32: An Interview with Environmental Activist & Chair of Surf Rider-Chicago Devin McAllester!
    Jun 9 2026

    Welcome to Episode 32 of the Marine Enthusiasts Podcast! In today’s episode, we sit down with Environmental Activist & Chair of Surf Rider-Chicago, Devin McAllester! Devin McAllester is a surfer, environmental activist, & the Chair of Surf Rider-Chicago. In today’s episode, we sit down to discuss the Surf Rider Foundation, his career in environmental activism, beach access around Chicago, the art of surfing, & his advice for young passionate environmentalists seeking to make a difference.

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    Surf Rider-Chicago Website:

    https://chicago.surfrider.org

    Resource 1:

    https://www.surfrider.org

    Resource 2:

    https://bwtf.surfrider.org

    Resources 3:

    https://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/facilities/beaches

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    36 mins
  • Episode 31: Harmful Algal Blooms!
    May 26 2026

    Welcome to Episode 31 of the Marine Enthusiasts Podcast! In today’s episode, hosts Gwenevere, & Skylar, discuss the visually spectacular & ecologically concerning phenomenon of Harmful Algal Blooms! Harmful Algal Blooms occur when there is an over proliferation of algae in body water, either freshwater or saltwater. They are most often caused by diatoms, dinoflagellates, or cyanobacteria. They are associated with an over abundance of nutrients, & typically occur during Spring, & Fall.

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    Resource 1:

    https://www.cdc.gov/harmful-algal-blooms/about/index.html

    Resource 2:

    https://www.epa.gov/habs

    Resource 3

    https://www.noaa.gov/what-is-harmful-algal-bloom

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    15 mins
  • Episode 30: An Interview with Ocean Conservationist & Vice Chair of Surf-Rider Chicago, Quentin Rodgers!
    May 21 2026

    Welcome to Episode 30 of the Marine Enthusiasts Podcast! In today’s episode, we sit down with Ocean Conservationist & Vice Chair of Surf Rider-Chicago Quentin Rodgers to discuss his passion for marine science, his passion for surfing, the wonder of Tasmanian devils, his work with Surf Rider-Chicago, & his advice for young passionate environmentalists. We thank Quentin for taking the time to sit down with us for this recording!

    Sit back, relax, enjoy a crisp glass of fresh coconut water, & dive into the latest episode of the Marine Enthusiasts podcast!

    Surf Rider-Chicago Website:

    https://chicago.surfrider.org

    Resource 1:

    https://www.surfrider.org

    Resource 2:

    https://bwtf.surfrider.org

    Resource 3:

    https://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/facilities/beaches

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    39 mins
  • Episode 29: An Interview Marine Biologist & Science Communicator Gerard Loisel!
    May 21 2026

    Welcome to Episode 29 of the Marine Enthusiasts Podcast! In today’s episode, we sit down with renowned marine biologist Gerard Loisel to discuss his passion for marine life, his career in science communication, his marine biology camps, & his advice for young passionate people looking to make their way into an ocean profession. We thank Gerard for taking the time to sit down with us for this recording!

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    Gerard Loisel’s Website:

    https://marinebiologycamp.net

    Resource 1:

    https://pressbooks.pub/tropicalmarinebio/chapter/spotted-drum/

    Resource 2:

    https://animalia.bio/spotted-drum

    Resource 3:

    https://facts.net/nature/animals/15-spotted-drum-fish-facts/

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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • Episode 28: Whale Falls!
    May 21 2026

    Welcome to Episode 28 of the Marine Enthusiasts Podcast! In today’s episode, hosts Gwenevere, Skylar, & Jenny discuss the fascinating phenomenon of Whale Falls! Whale Falls are a unique ecosystem formed when a whale passes away, & falls to the bottom of the sea. Due to their sheer size, they can take years, or even decades to decompose fully. During this time, they support entire ecosystems. Organisms of all sizes, shapes, & manner come to get nutrients, or food, almost akin to a somewhat grotesque buffet.

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    Resource 1:

    https://oceanservice.noaa.gov/facts/whale-fall.html

    Resource 2:

    https://www.nhm.ac.uk/discover/what-happens-when-whales-die.html

    Resource 3:

    https://scienceinsights.org/what-is-a-whale-fall-and-why-does-it-matter/

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    10 mins
  • Episode 27: An Interview with Ocean Conservationist & Lobster Aquaculturist Joe Moody!
    May 21 2026

    Welcome to Episode 27 of the Marine Enthusiasts Podcast! In today’s episode, we are delighted to sit down with aquaculturist & ocean conservationist, Joe Moody! Joe Moody is an aquaculturist & ocean conservationist from Yorkshire who graciously donated his time to discuss the Whitby Lobster Hatchery, & his career thus far! In today’s episode, we discuss his passion for marine science, the incredible work of the Whitby Lobster Hatchery, & how he rose through the ranks to become Head Aquaculturist!

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    Whitby Lobster Hatchery’s Website:

    https://whitbylobsterhatchery.co.uk

    Resource 1:

    https://www.marinebio.org/species/atlantic-lobsters/homarus-americanus/

    Resource 2:

    https://asmfc.org/species/american-lobster/

    Resource 3:

    https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/species/american-lobster

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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Episode 26: Saint Patrick’s Day Special
    May 21 2026

    Welcome to Episode 26 of the Marine Enthusiasts Podcast, our whimsical Saint Patrick’s Day Special! In today’s episode, we discuss the fascinating existence of 6 different marine animals native to Ireland, & celebrate the beauty of Irish marine biodiversity! Our lineup includes:

    - 1. Common Minke Whale (Balaenoptera acutorostrata)

    - 2. Green Leaf Worm

    - 3. Solar Powered Sea Slug (Elysia viridis)

    - 4. Greenland Shark (Somiosus microcephalus)

    - 5. European Green Crab (Carcinus maenus)

    - 6. Gem Anemone (Aulactinia verrucosa)

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    Resource 1:

    https://www.wildlifetrusts.org/wildlife-explorer/marine/marine-mammals-and-sea-turtles/minke-whale

    Resource 2:

    https://www.wildlifetrusts.org/wildlife-explorer/marine/worms/green-leaf-worm

    Resource 3:

    https://www.wildlifetrusts.org/wildlife-explorer/marine/sea-snails-and-sea-slugs/solar-powered-sea-slug

    Resource 4:

    https://www.livescience.com/greenland-shark

    Resource 5:

    https://www.wildlifetrusts.org/wildlife-explorer/marine/crustaceans/shore-crab

    Resource 6:

    https://www.wildlifetrusts.org/wildlife-explorer/marine/anemones-and-corals/gem-or-wartlet-anemone

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    16 mins
  • Episode 25: An Interview with Marine Biologist, Professor, & Scientific Diver Dr. James Lindholm!
    May 21 2026

    Welcome to Episode 25 of the Marine Enthusiasts Podcast! In today’s episode, we are extraordinarily fortunate to sit down with Marine Biologist, Marine Ecologist, Author, Professor, Researcher, & Ocean Conservationist Dr. James Lindholm! Dr. James Lindholm is a marine biologist, marine ecologist, author, professor, ocean conservationist, & scuba diver from Southern California who graciously donated his time to join us on the Marine Enthusiasts. In today’s episode we discuss his illustrious career, his astounding experiences underwater, his research across the United States, his experiences in marine policy, his fascinating fiction series featuring character Chris Black, & his advice for young passionate marine enthusiasts looking to make their way in the field.

    Sit back, relax, crack open a can of cola, & dive into the latest episode of the Marine Enthusiasts Podcast!

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    James Lindholm’s Website:

    https://www.jameslindholm.com

    Resource 1:

    https://youtu.be/B6zEtbSyvW4

    Resource 2:

    https://youtu.be/UBzSLt2v9zQ

    Resource 3:

    https://youtu.be/g8bveyvdnNE

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    2 hrs